MAY 2015

CCPL Calendar of Events Charleston County Public Library

CCPL takes pride in supporting local community arts. Check out some of the events taking place at your local library during the 2015 North Charleston Arts and Piccolo Spoleto Festivals.

Closing The Library will close on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

North Charleston Arts Festival Events Sampling Tuesday, May 5 There’s Rhythm in the Telling Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Join J’miah Nabawi, award-winning storyteller and author, for an interactive performance about Anansi the Spider. Find your rhythm, and enjoy stories that feature songs, dancing and drums. Soul/R&B/Rock Concert - The Stilettos Dorchester Road Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join the Stilettos, a high-energy dance band, for an evening concert that features a mixture of Motown soul, blues, R&B, rock and reggae.

Saturday, May 9

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Concert by The Brass Praise Band Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Under the direction of Pastor Andrew Williams, this New Orleans-style brass ensemble performs uplifting hymns and praise songs, including favorites like “Amazing Grace.”

Thursday, May 7 Sleeping Beauty

Otranto Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Join Becky’s Box of Puppets for a classic fairy tale that stars exquisitely costumed puppets and encourages audience participation. Mountain Music, Stories and Dance Dorchester Road Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join Jeff Robbins for an interactive and educational performance that highlights traditional Appalachian music, sing-a-longs, a "sit-down square dance" and instrument-building demonstrations. Jazz Saxophone Concert Otranto Road Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Treat your ears to the smooth sounds of early 20th century and contemporary jazz by Randy Corinthian, accomplished saxophonist, music producer and educator.

Check inside for our Piccolo Spoleto children’s events.

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public! Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. A Bug’s Life. Rated G; 98 minutes.

Throughout May

Early Literacy Station - John’s Island Regional Library - Main Library - Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Enjoy a fun activity based on the S.C. Day-by-Day Family Literacy Activity Calendar. The theme for May is animals. Activity Zone (grades K-5) James Island Branch Library Enjoy puzzles, mazes and coloring activities. Asian Pacific Heritage Month Display Mt. Pleasant Regional Library, Children’s Area Learn more about Asian Pacific Heritage Month .

Friday, May 1 - Saturday, May 23 Design your own Superhero Contest Otranto Road Regional Library Help create a superhero for this year’s Summer Reading program.

Fridays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Little Lotus Yoga (ages 3 and older) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 11 a.m. Jennifer Rogers of Little Lotus Yoga teaches preschool children and their caregivers how to practice yoga through interactive storytelling, games, music, art and plenty of fun. Attendance is limited to the first 18 children who arrive at each class.

Saturday, May 9 PLAY: Lowe's Build and Grow (ages 4-11) St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Get out your tools, and build something cool. Sponsored by Lowe's. Supplies are limited. PLAY: Get Ready for Cinco de Mayo McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Take a look at Spanish books, and make your own maracas. PLAY Day: Love a Tree Day Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Learn about trees, and play a game. North Charleston Arts Festival: Instrumental Concert by The Brass Praise Band Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Under the direction of Pastor Andrew Williams, this New Orleans-style brass ensemble performs uplifting hymns and praise songs, including favorites like “Amazing Grace.” PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 1:30-3 p.m. Create a cool craft with Ms. Grace.

Monday, May 4 - Saturday, May 9

Saturdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

Guess the Author/Illustrator (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library Celebrate Children’s Book Week, and correctly answer the daily trivia question to receive a prize.

Play with Parents Weekly Challenge: 100 Things to Do before Kindergarten (ages 2-4) John L. Dart Library Pick up your preschooler's weekly challenge list for activities to complete in the library or at home. Complete each weekly challenge for a chance to win a book for your home library.

Children’s Book Week Celebration: Book Buffet John’s Island Regional Library Visit the book buffet, and celebrate great children’s books. Create an appetizing “sampler” book set with children’s titles, and enter the Best Children’s Book contest.

Saturday, May 2 The Siege: Edible Books John’s Island Regional Library, all day Learn the art of bookmaking, and create a delicious text. PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10 a.m. Ms. Grace helps young hands create fun paper and felt projects. PLAY Day: Paper Plate Sombreros (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate the upcoming Cinco de Mayo holiday. PLAY: Children’s Book Week Storytime John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy classic stories to kick off Children’s Book Week. PLAY: Mother’s Day Card Craft Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Mother’s Day is May 10, so create a beautiful card for your mom.

Saturday, May 2 (continued) PLAY: Saturday Morning Movie (ages 11 and younger)

Crafternoon: Celebrate National Children’s Book Week Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library Create colorful bookmarks to celebrate Children’s Book Week.

Monday, May 4 - Sunday, May 10

10th Annual Children’s Book Week Bookmark Contest Main Library Children’s Book Week is a time to celebrate the joy of reading and books for young people. Get creative, and design a bookmark in the Children’s Department. Winners be announced May 11.

Monday, May 4 Celebrate National Bird Day St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library In honor of National Bird Day, throw some bird seed in our courtyard. May the Fourth be with You Craft Otranto Road Regional Library Celebrate Star Wars Day, and make a craft from a galaxy far, far away.

Monday, May 4 (continued)

North Charleston Arts Festival: Blues/Soul Concert by Norman Taylor Cooper River Memorial Library at 6:30 p.m.

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Join singer, songwriter and acoustic blues and soul performer, Norman Taylor, for a concert that features songs from Blue Soul, his 2014 album nominated for Acoustic Album of the Year by Blues Blast Magazine.

Tuesday, May 5

North Charleston Arts Festival: There’s Rhythm in the Telling Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Join J’miah Nabawi, award-winning storyteller and author, for an interactive performance about Anansi the Spider. Find your rhythm, and enjoy stories that feature songs, dancing and drums. Movies and Munchies Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Up. Rated PG; 96 minutes. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Celebrate the history of Cinco de Mayo with trivia, games and food. Afterschool Cool: Celebrating Cinco de Mayo St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Learn about Mexican food and culture, and make a craft. PLAY: Kids in the Kitchen - Barbecue Month (ages 6-12) John’s Island Regional Library at 5:30 p.m. Get ready for the summer, and learn how to make homemade barbecue sauces. North Charleston Arts Festival: Soul/R&B/Rock Concert - The Stilettos Dorchester Road Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join the Stilettos, a high-energy dance band, for an evening concert that features a mixture of Motown soul, blues, R&B, rock and reggae.

exquisitely costumed puppets and encourages audience participation. North Charleston Arts Festival: Mountain Music, Stories and Dance Dorchester Road Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join Jeff Robbins for an interactive and educational performance that highlights traditional Appalachian music, sing-a-longs, a "sit-down square dance" and instrument-building demonstrations. Afternoon Adventures: Reading with Rommie and Friends Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Help your child improve literacy and communication skills by reading to STAR therapy dog, Rommie, and his furry friends. North Charleston Arts Festival: Jazz Saxophone Concert with Randy Corinthian Otranto Road Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Treat your ears to the smooth sounds of early 20th century and contemporary jazz by Randy Corinthian, accomplished saxophonist, music producer and educator.

Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28

Afterschool Activity Zone Village Branch Library at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy puzzles, mazes and coloring activities. Crazy 8's Math Club (ages 5-9) St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Enjoy a fun math skills session where math meets mischief.

Saturday, May 9

Wednesday, May 6

The Siege: Metalsmithing John’s Island Regional Library Prepare for battle, and make your own helmets and weapons to wield during The Siege Family Festival.

Preschool Special: Stretch - A Yoga Storytime Main Library at 10:30 a.m. Join a special guest from the Yoga Den studio, learn yoga poses and enjoy books. Please bring a mat if you have one.

PLAY with Dad: Saturday Stories James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy storytime with your dad or another favorite loved one.

Wii Wednesday Main Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Calling all gamers to come show off your skills.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share books with a furry friend.

Wednesdays, May 6 and 13

PLAY: Mother’s Day Bingo Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Come play, and win a prize for your mom.

Crazy 8's Math Club (grades 3-5) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Enjoy a fun math skills session.

Thursday, May 7

North Charleston Arts Festival:

Sleeping Beauty

Otranto Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Join Becky’s Box of Puppets for a classic fairy tale that stars

Saturday, May 9 (continued)

PLAY: Movie and Mother’s Day Craft Folly Beach Library at 11 a.m. Angels in the Outfield. Rated PG; 120 minutes. PLAY: Saturday Morning Movie

"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you'll go." - Dr. Seuss

CCPL Calendar of Events St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Finding Nemo. Rated G; 100 minutes. PLAY: Happy Mother’s Day McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Make a beautiful bookmark for your mother. PLAY: Second Saturday Storytime Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 11 a.m. Enjoy Mother’s Day stories, songs and crafts. PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Otranto Road Regional Library at 11 a.m. Being crafty and creative is easier than you think. PLAY Day: Make your Mother Happy Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Make something special for your mom. Mother’s Day Craft St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library from 12-1:30 p.m. Create a special Mother’s Day card with arts and crafts. North Charleston Arts Festival: Contemporary Dance Performance: Movin’ Into Math Dorchester Road Regional Library from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Learn basic math skills through the creative choreography of the Kinetyx Dance Ensemble. PLAY: Lego Fun (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Build your own creation, or make something from the challenge list. North Charleston Arts Festival: Caleb Alexander: The New Generation of Magic Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Enjoy an interactive magic show with music, illusions and live animals. North Charleston Arts Festival: The Voices of Deliverance: A Gospel Gullah Concert Otranto Road Regional Library from 1-2 p.m. Voices of Deliverance is a Charleston-based a cappella group that specializes in African American spirituals, gospel and Gullah songs. PLAY: Legos West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. Dig into creativity. We supply the Legos, and you create the masterpiece. Saturday Movie John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. Annie. Rated PG; 118 minutes. Sponsored by The UPS Store, 3575 Maybank Hwy, John’s Island.

Monday, May 11 Game Time Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Test your gaming skills, and have some fun with Nintendo Wii and board games.

Tuesday, May 12 Afterschool Cool: Bingo (ages 4-11)

St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Take a chance, and play Bingo. You may win a prize. PLAY: Barbecue Month Grill Skills (ages 8-12) John’s Island Regional Library at 5:30 p.m. Learn how to grill safely, and find out how to make the perfect burger, grilled fruit and vegetables.

Wednesdays, May 13, 20 and 27 Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of gaming.

Thursday, May 14 Create a Poster with Wordle Otranto Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Use Wordle to create fun posters, and decorate your favorite spaces.

Friday, May 15 Sensory Friendly Movie John’s Island Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Watch Disneynature's Ocean, and get up, dance, walk around, shout or sing. Lights will be on and the volume will be low, so every family member can enjoy the show. For special needs patrons with caregivers remaining in the program area. Rated G; 84 minutes.

Saturday, May 16

CCPL Calendar of Events The Siege: Battle Machines John’s Island Regional Library Learn about medieval weaponry, and make a catapult to take home. Peace Day St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library Wear purple to celebrate Peace Day. PLAY: Flower Power Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Make a fresh bouquet of foam flowers. PLAY: Bookworm Buddy Bookmark (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Make a bookworm buddy to hold your place. PLAY: Saturday Morning Movie (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Finding Nemo. Rated G; 101 minutes.

Saturday, May 23 The Siege: Illuminated Letters John’s Island Regional Library Create cool metal books and illustrations to record your brave feats. PLAY: Happy Birthday, South Carolina Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate 227 years of South Carolina statehood, and make a state flag. PLAY: Streetscape Art Craft Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Use your imagination to create a streetscape art project.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Practice reading with canine friends, the best listeners in the world.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs (ages 11 and younger) St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Make a furry friend, and read a book with your new pal. Certified therapy dogs and their handlers love a good story.

PLAY: Game On (ages 4-11) St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Have fun, and play Wii and board games.

PLAY: Star Spangled Welcome McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Make a star spangled welcome wreath to celebrate Memorial Day.

PLAY: Rainbows and Sunshine McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Read Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister, and make a sunshine craft.

PLAY: Cinema Saturday John L. Dart Library at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Finding Nemo. Rated G; 101 minutes.

PLAY Day: Put your Name in Lights Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Make your name shine like it’s on Broadway.

PLAY Day: Movie and Popcorn Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Watch Cinderella, and enjoy popcorn. Rated G; 76 minutes.

Crochet Class St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library from 12-1:30 p.m. Enjoy a crochet class with Debbie Cannon.

National Jazz Day St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library from 12-1 p.m. Learn about the history of Jazz music, listen to choice selections and discuss some of the Jazz masters.

PLAY with Parents: Sigma Saturday John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Enjoy a carpentry workshop with members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

PLAY: Family Movie Matinee Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Big Hero 6. Rated PG; 102 minutes.

PLAY: Family Movie Matinee Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Annie. Rated PG; 118 minutes.

Saturday Movie West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. Maleficent. Rated PG; 97 minutes.

Tuesday, May 19

PLAY: Lego Club (ages 4 and older) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-3:30 p.m. What can you build with library Legos?

Crazy 8's Math Club (grades 3-5) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Enjoy a fun math skills session.

Tuesday, May 19 (continued) Afterschool Cool: Green Thumbs St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Learn about nature, and make something cool with the Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners.

Wednesday, May 20

Wii Time (ages 12 and younger) John’s Island Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Hang out with friends, and play Wii games.

Tuesday, May 26

Piccolo Spoleto: Charleston City Ballet presents The Velveteen Rabbit Main Library at 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Enjoy a ballet performance of this classic tale. Afterschool Cool: Crafternoon St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Create Minecraft characters and projects with fuse beads.

Wednesday, May 27 Piccolo Spoleto: College of Charleston Opera presents

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public! Little Red Riding Hood

Main Library at 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Enjoy this classic tale with a musical twist.

Thursday, May 28 Piccolo Spoleto: Story Squad: Heroes of Literacy Main Library at 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Enjoy a fun performance that combines storytelling, singing, music and visual arts.

Saturday, May 30

PLAY Day: Celery Heart Stamps (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Use vegetables to create beautiful art. PLAY: Messages for Peace Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy sidewalk chalk fun, and leave colorful messages to honor those who have given their lives to create a more peaceful world. PLAY: Saturday Morning Movie (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Toy Story 3. Rated G; 103 minutes. PLAY: Lego Fun (ages 11 and younger) St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Play with Legos, Lego Duplos and friends in the meeting room. PLAY: Get Ready for Summer Reading McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Make bookmarks to save your place while you read this summer.

Discuss activities for the upcoming Lock-In. Snacks will be served.

Tuesdays, May 5, 12 and 19

Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared John L. Dart Library from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Join emergency preparedness, life skills and personal development workshops.

Wednesday, May 6

Teen Movie Time Otranto Road Regional Library from 3-5 p.m. Dolphin Tale. Rated PG; 113 minutes. Wednesday Movie John L. Dart Library at 3:15 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part I. Rated PG-13; 123 minutes. TeenSpot Wired Wednesdays/Teen Ambassadors Meeting St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Have fun with technology.

Thursday, May 7

Thursday Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge from 3:30-5 p.m. Grab an after-school snack, and play board and video games.

Friday, May 8

TAG Lock-In John’s Island Regional Library from 6-8:45 p.m. The library belongs to teens after closing. Enjoy a DIY face painting station, Wii gaming tournament and ping pong. Pizza will be served.

Monday, May 11

Summer Reading Kickoff Party Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Sign up for Summer Reading, and celebrate the beginning of summer.

TeenSpot Theater St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Into the Storm. Rated PG-13; 89 minutes.

The Siege Family Festival John’s Island Regional Library from 12:30-4 p.m. Make medieval arms and armor, build a castle, and endure weapons training and more in preparation for a water balloon battle to kick off Summer Reading. Registration requested.

Movie Monday Main Library, Teen Lounge from 4-6 p.m. Got the Monday Blues? Enjoy a different movie every week.

PLAY: Healthy Kids in the Kitchen John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Learn how to make healthy summer snacks, and check out a cookbook. Presented by Whole Foods. PLAY: Family Movie Matinee Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. The Boxtrolls. Rated PG; 96 minutes.

Monday, May 4

Tuesday, May 12

Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-6 p.m. Get on Up. Rated PG-13; 139 minutes.

Wednesdays, May 13, 20 and 27

Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of gaming.

Thursday, May 14

Thursday Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge from 3:30-5 p.m. Grab an after-school snack, and play board and video games.

TeenSpot Theater St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. If I Stay. Rated PG-13; 107 minutes.

Game On - Unplugged Dorchester Road Regional Library from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Invite a friend to shoot hoops, or play cards and games at the library.

Movie Monday Main Library, Teen Lounge from 4-6 p.m. Got the Monday Blues? Enjoy a different movie every week.

Club Anime! John’s Island Regional Library from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Watch One Piece Film Z. Please note the longer meeting time.

Tuesday, May 5

Saturday, May 16

Teen Advisory Group and Lounge John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m.

Club Anime! John’s Island Regional Library from 3-4:30 p.m. Watch episodes of A Good Librarian, A Good Shepherd.

CCPL Calendar of Events Monday, May 18

TeenSpot Theater St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. The Single Moms Club. Rated PG-13; 111 minutes. Movie Monday Main Library, Teen Lounge from 4-6 p.m. Got the Monday Blues? Enjoy a different movie every week.

Tuesday, May 19

Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The Good Lie. Rated PG-13; 110 minutes.

Wednesday, May 20

St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Join a group of writers for a chance to write, critique and network.

Mondays, May 4, 11 and 18 Memoir Writing Circle (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Come, write and share your stories for fun and feedback.

Tuesday, May 5 Tech Tuesday: Discovering OverDrive Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 12 p.m. Learn to download audio books and eBooks to your computer device.

Tuesdays, May 5 and 19

Drop Everything and Read Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy book-related trivia questions, games and prizes.

Small Business Counseling with SCORE (adults) Main Library from 5-7 p.m. Reference Area, Second Floor Receive free, counseling for your start-up idea or existing business.

Thursday, May 21

Wednesday, May 6

Thursday Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge from 3:30-5 p.m. Grab an after-school snack, and play board and video games.

Saturday, May 23

Small Business Counseling with SCORE (adults) John’s Island Regional Library from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Receive free, counseling for your start-up idea or existing business.

Saturday Movie Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1. Rated PG-13; 123 minutes.

Mt. Pleasant Reel Club: A Movie Discussion Group (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. The Theory of Everything. Rated PG-13; 124 minutes.

Tuesday, May 26

Knit Night (adults) Folly Beach Library at 6 p.m. Bring a knit or crochet project to work on, and share ideas with others.

Wii Play Dorchester Road Regional Library from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Bring a friend, and have some fun playing Wii games.

Involving Children and Teens in Storytelling Main Library, Second Floor Classroom from 6-7:30 p.m. Involve your children and grandchildren in storytelling, and learn about three ideas for family-friendly projects.

Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. When the Game Stands Tall. Rated PG-13; 115 minutes.

Wednesday, May 27

TeenSpot Wired Wednesday St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Have fun with technology.

Thursday, May 28

Thursday Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge from 3:30-5 p.m. Grab an after-school snack, and play board and video games.

Throughout May

Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28 Mah Jongg Nights (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 5:30 p.m. Learn to play the fun and fast-paced game of American Mah Jongg.

Thursday, May 7 DIY Event Planning Series: Cake Decorating 101 Main Library Auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m. Learn icing and piping techniques, and decorate a cupcake to take home - or eat. Call 805-6840, or email [email protected] to register.

Tech Help: Book-a-Librarian Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Want to learn how to use the library’s downloadable media on your tablet, phone, e-reader or laptop? Call 849-6161, and make an appointment with a librarian for a 30-minute face-to-face session.

Friday, May 8

Friday, May 1

Saturday, May 9

Aging Gracefully: Your Plan for Aging in Place Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. The Greater Charleston Aging in Place Council continues a three-part series on how to anticipate future needs and create a plan for successful aging at home. Reservations requested; call 883-3914.

Saturday, May 2 Lowcountry Creative Writing Group (adults)

Senior Health Issues St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Join Mary Peters from Care for Life for a discussion of prevention, symptoms and signs of stroke and dementia. Second Saturday Writing Critique Group (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Open to all writers. For more information, call the Reference Desk at 849-6161 or email [email protected].

Saturdays, May 9 and 23 Knit and Stitch (adults)

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public! Dorchester Road Regional Library from 2-3 p.m. Bring a knit or crochet project to work on, and share ideas with others.

Monday, May 11 Small Business Counseling with SCORE (adults) Main Library, Reference Area from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Receive free, counseling for your start-up idea or existing business.

Tuesday, May 12 Online Application Lab St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Receive one-on-one help with your job applications and resume. 146 Years of Bicycles in Charleston Main Library Auditorium at 6 p.m. Since its first appearance in Charleston in 1869, the bicycle has been a beloved form of transportation and a subject of controversy. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for a review of events and issues that formed local history of the revolutionary two-wheeled "velocipede."

Wednesday, May 13

American Mah Jongg (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Join other American Mah Jongg enthusiasts.

Thursday, May 14 DIY Event Planning Series: Graphic Design and Stationery Ideas Main Library Auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m. Discover tools available to design, create and publish stationery for any event. Review graphic design tools and techniques, and learn about handmade paper goods. Call 805-6840, or email [email protected] to register.

trouble they wreaked on Charleston and the importance of pirate flags. The Yamasee War: A Tricentennial Remembrance Main Library, Second Floor Classroom at 6 p.m. In the spring of 1715, the S.C. Lowcountry witnessed a violent Indian uprising that left thousands dead and nearly destroyed the colony. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for a look back at the events and the legacy of this cataclysmic two-year war. Financial and Estate Planning (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join financial planner Martha Boren and estate planning attorney Dana Wine, and learn information crucial to your future. Refreshments will be served.

Thursday, May 21 Independent Film Movement Main Library Auditorium at 6 p.m. Salvo. Salvo is a ruthless Sicilian hitman who works for a mafioso. When Salvo discovers Rita, a young blind girl present during her brother's assassination, Salvo decides to spare her life. Both haunted by their brief encounter, the two attempt to navigate their dangerous next steps side by side. In Italian with English subtitles. Not rated; 110 minutes. Unschooling Information Session Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 6-7:30 p.m. Attend an information session about unschooling, a form of homeschooling in which children learn without an imposed curriculum by exploring the world and following their interests.

Black and White Theater St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Adam’s Rib. Not rated; 101 minutes.

DIY Event Planning Series: Budgets for Weddings and Parties Main Library, Meeting Room A from 6-7:30 p.m. Learn how to make and conquer your to-do list without breaking the bank. From creating an event budget to invitation etiquette, participants will discover skills to stay on top of the wedding and party planning process. Call 805-6840 or email [email protected] to register.

Saturday, May 16

Thursday, May 21 (continued)

Friday, May 15

Met Opera Main Library Auditorium at 1 p.m. La Donna Del Lago by Rossini. Run time: 3 hours, 30 minutes.

Monday, May 18

Become a Digital Storyteller Dorchester Road Regional Library from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn the art of digital storytelling, how to use equipment like tablets and scanners to record stories, and find out about related apps and websites. Equipment provided. Space is limited, but the workshop is offered several times. Registration begins May 4. Adult Scrabble St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Enjoy friendly competition. Learn a Foreign Language with Mango Main Library Business Area from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy a demonstration of Mango Languages, a free program that features online lessons for 64 different languages.

Wednesday, May 20 Historic Charleston Foundation: Real Pirates John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Did you know that hundreds of years ago there were real pirates in Charleston? Learn about pirates like Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet, the

Securing your Future (adults) Main Library at 6:30 p.m. Learn about wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, financial balance and saving for retirement from attorney Dana Wine and financial advisor Marty Boren.

Saturday, May 23

Lowcountry Creative Writing Forum Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Join a group of writers for a chance to write and network. Jane Austen Society (adults) John’s Island Regional Library at 1:30 p.m. Enjoy a presentation of The Pleasure Gardens of Early Charleston, by CCPL Historian Dr. Nic Butler. Sponsored by the Jane Austen Society of North America, S.C. Region. Refreshments will be provided. Community Karaoke John L. Dart Library from 4-6 p.m. Singers, musicians, spoken word artists, comedians and actors are invited to register for a spot in the community karaoke lineup. Have fun, and win prizes. This event is co-sponsored by the North Central

CCPL Calendar of Events Neighborhood Association. Call 722-7550 to reserve a space.

Wednesday, May 27 Round Table Discussion with Councilwoman Johnson (adults) John’s Island Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Discuss concerns and issues with Councilwoman Anna Johnson of Charleston County District 8. Johnson's Ravelin: Charleston's First Town Gate Main Library, Second Floor Classroom at 6 p.m. Designed in 1703 and demolished around 1734, Johnson's Ravelin was a fortified triangular island guarding the only land entrance into the walled city of Charleston. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for an illustrated overview of this forgotten landmark and its associated moats and drawbridges.

Thursday, May 28 DIY Event Planning Series: Flowers, Décor and Favors Main Library Auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m. Learn the basics of flower arranging, explore ideas for DIY décor and create a sample party favor. Call 805-6840 or email [email protected] to register. This is the final seminar of a four-part series.

Saturday, May 30

Met Opera Main Library Auditorium at 1 p.m. Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci by Mascagni and Leoncavallo. Estimated running time: 3 hours, 3 minutes.

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public!

Access 2013: The Basics

Main Library Thursday, May 7 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins April 30. 805-6885.

Tuesday, May 5 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins April 28. 805-6885.

Access 2013: Beyond the Basics

Main Library Wednesday, May 6 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins April 29. 805-6885.

Main Library Thursday, May 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 7. 805-6885.

Computers Basics

John’s Island Regional Library Monday, May 4 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins April 27. 805-6885. Main Library Tuesday, May 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins April 28. 805-6885.

Digital Photos: The Basics

Main Library Thursday, May 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 14. 805-6885.

Digital Photos: Beyond the Basics

Main Library Thursday, May 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 21. 805-6885.

Email Essentials

Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, May 19 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 12. 805-6885. Main Library Wednesday, May 20 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 13. 805-6885.

Excel 2013: The Basics

John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins May 5. 805-6885. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, May 14 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 7. 805-6885. Main Library Friday, May 22 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 15. 805-6885.

Excel 2013: Beyond the Basics

Main Library Saturday, May 9 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 2. 805-6885.

File Storage and Organization

Main Library Tuesday, May 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 19. 805-6885.

Internet: The Basics

Otranto Road Regional Library

John’s Island Regional Library Monday, May 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 11. 805-6885.

Internet: Beyond the Basics

Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, May 12 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 5. 805-6885. Main Library Wednesday, May 13 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 6. 805-6885.

Mail Merge Magic

Main Library Saturday, May 16 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 9. 805-6885.

Online Job Searching

Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, May 26 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 19. 805-6885.

PowerPoint 2013: The Basics

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, May 21 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 14. 805-6885. Main Library Friday, May 29 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 22. 805-6885.

Publisher 2013: The Basics

John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins May 12. 805-6885. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, May 28 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins May 21. 805-6885.

PowerPoint 2013: Beyond the Basics Main Library Saturday, May 23 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 16. 805-6885.

Publisher 2013: Beyond the Basics Main Library Saturday, May 30 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 23. 805-6885.

Using the Mouse and Keyboard John’s Island Regional Library Monday, May 11 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 4. 805-6885.

CCPL Calendar of Events

Main Library Tuesday, May 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 5. 805-6885.

Working with Windows

Main Library Tuesday, May 19 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 12. 805-6885.

Word 2013: The Basics

John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, May 5 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins April 28. 805-6885. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, May 7 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins April 30. 805-6885. Main Library Friday, May 15 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 8. 805-6885.

Wednesday, May 6 from 2-3:30 p.m. St. Andrews Regional Library

Word 2013: Beyond the Basics

Techshop: 20 Helpful iPad Tips

Main Library Saturday, May 2 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins April 25. 805-6885.

Bring your iPad (or come and watch), and practice 20 tips every iPad owner should know. No registration required. Monday, May 18 from 2-3:30 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Q&A: Apple Having a little trouble with your iPhone, iPad or Mac? Drop in to have your questions answered by the CCPL Tech Team. Additional appointments may be required. Monday, May 18 from 3:30-5 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Tech Talk: Zinio Magazines Bring your Android tablet or smartphone (or come and watch), and practice 20 tips every Android owner should know. No registration required.

CCPL offers free access to hundreds of downloadable magazines through Zinio. Take a look at the collection, and learn how to download the publications you want. Demonstration only. No registration required.

Monday, May 4 from 2-3:30 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Wednesday, May 20 from 2-3:30 p.m. St. Andrews Regional Library

Q&A: Android

Tech Talk: Internet Security Tips and Tactics

Techshop: 20 Helpful Android Tips

Having a little trouble with your smartphone or tablet? Drop in to have your questions answered by the CCPL Tech Team. Additional appointments may be required.

Learn about the most common types of Internet threats, and find out how to stay protected while you search the web and work with email. Demonstration only. No registration required.

Monday, May 4 from 3:30-5 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Wednesday, May 27 from 2-3:30 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Tech Talk: OverDrive eBooks and Audiobooks Get an overview of CCPL’s OverDrive catalog, and practice finding and downloading eBooks and audiobooks. Demonstration only. No registration required.

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public!

CCPL Calendar of Events

CCPL Calendar of Events

* Registration requested.

BABYGARTEN * (ages 0-18 months with caregiver)

John’s Island Regional Library Tuesdays, May 5 and 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Dorchester Road Regional Library Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Main Library* Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

James Island Library* Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesdays, May 5 and 12 at 10 a.m.

John L. Dart Library Monday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m.

Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesdays, May 5 and 12 at 10:30 a.m.

John’s Island Regional Library Monday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m.

Poe/Sullivan’s Island Library Tuesdays, May 5 and 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Main Library* Monday, May 4 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Monday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m. St. Andrews Regional Library Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m. West Ashley Library Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m.

WEE READS (ages 0-24 months with caregiver)

PRESCHOOL (ages 3-5 years with caregiver) Dorchester Road Regional Library Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Wednesdays, May 6 and 13 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library* Thursday, May 7 at 10:30 a.m.

Otranto Road Regional Library Monday, May 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursdays, May 7 and 14 at 11:30 a.m.

West Ashley Library Mondays, May 4 and 11 at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Otranto Road Regional Library Wednesdays, May 6 and 13 at 10:30 a.m.

BABY BUMBLEBEES (ages 6-24 months with adult) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesdays, May 5 and 12 at 11 a.m. Thursdays, May 7 and 14 at 10 a.m.

YOUNG AND RESTLESS (ages 18-30 months with adult)

St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, May 5 at 11:30 a.m.

FAMILY STORYTIME Cooper River Memorial Library Tuesday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m.

John’s Island Regional Library Mondays, May 4 and 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Folly Beach Library Mondays, May 4, 11 and 18 at 10:30 a.m.

TIME FOR TWOS (ages 24-36 months with caregiver)

James Island Library Thursdays, May 7 and 14 at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Dorchester Road Regional Library Wednesday, May 6 at 10 a.m. James Island Library Mondays, May 4 and 11 at 10:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m.

TIME FOR TWOS (continued)

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Saturday, May 9 at 11 a.m. West Ashley Library Wednesdays, May 6 and 13 at 11 a.m.

Did you know? The library offers downloadable eBooks. Book Discussions Tuesday, May 5 Edisto Book Club Edisto Branch Library at 3 p.m. The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can Eat by Edward Kelsey Moore. Not Fiction Book Discussion Main Library at 6:30 p.m. Factory Man: How One Furniture Maker Battled Offshoring, Stayed Local - and Helped Save an American Town by Beth Macy.

Monday, May 11 Morning Coffee Book Discussion (adults) St. Andrews Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Luminaries by Eleanor Catton.

Wednesday, May 13 Folly Beach Book Club (adults) Folly Beach Library at 2:30 p.m. Nemesis by Philip Roth. Great Books Discussion Main Library, Meeting Room B at 6:30 p.m. Girl Advocacy Again by Joan Jacobs Brumberg. Phone 805-6904 for more details.

Saturday, May 16 Beach Lovers Book Club (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. The Sandalwood Tree by Elle Newmark.

Monday, May 18 Monday Book Discussion (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer.

Tuesday, May 19 Susie Eades Book Club (adults) St. Andrews Regional Library at 1:30 p.m. Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver. Sea Islands Book Club (adults) John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. The Color of Water by James McBride.

Thursday, May 21

Not Fiction Book Discussion West Ashley Branch Library at 11 a.m. Factory Man: How One Furniture Maker Battled Offshoring, Stayed Local - and Helped Save an American Town by Beth Macy. Book Discussion at Otranto Otranto Road Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe.

Saturday, May 23 Adult Book Club Dorchester Road Regional Library from 3-4 p.m. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.

Self Publishing

Friday, May 1 - Wednesday, May 20 Call for Self-Published Author Submissions for June 8 Book Talks Main Library Join a forum for self-published authors and readers, and mail family-friendly content to Steven Schwengel, Main Library, 68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, S.C., 29401. Submissions must include the author’s name, phone number, email and postal addresses. Authors of approved submissions will be invited to present their works during 4-8 minute presentations the evening of June 8. This event is not a sales forum, but a literary exchange for authors and readers. For more information, call 805-6943.

Art Exhibits Throughout May Saul Alexander Gallery Exhibit Main Library Means of Travel by Robert B. Reed Enjoy a display of travel-themed scenes that Reed paints through the lens of dreams. Reed describes painting as “the broadest horizon that provides the occasion to be spontaneous and render something tangible with significance and vividness.” Gallery Display: Paintings by Heart Bernado John’s Island Regional Library Heart Bernado’s painting styles range from still life to landscapes and genre scenes in acrylic and mixed media.

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Library Locations and Hours Main: 68 Calhoun Street 29401 (843)805-6930 Mon.-Thur. 9-8; Fri.-Sat. 9-6; Sun. 2-5 Cooper River Memorial: 3503 Rivers Ave. 29405 (843)744-2489 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 John L. Dart: 1067 King St. 29403 (843)722-7550 Mon.-Sat. 10-6 Dorchester Road: 6325 Dorchester Rd. 29418 (843)552-6466 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 Edisto: 1589 Hwy. 174 29438 (843)869-2355 Mon. 10-6; Tue./Fri. 2-6; Thu. 2-8; Sat. 10-2 Folly Beach: 55 Center St. 29439 (843)588-2001 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Wed. 12-8; 2nd Sat. of month 10-2 James Island: 1248 Camp Rd. 29412 (843)795-6679 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 John’s Island: 3531 Maybank Hwy. 29455 (843)559-1945 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 McClellanville: 222 Baker St. 29458

(843)887-3699

Mon. 2-6; Tue./Thur.-Fri. 9:30-1 & 2-6; Sat. 9:30-2

Mt. Pleasant: 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd. 29464 (843)849-6161 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 Otranto Road: 2261 Otranto Rd. 29406 (843)572-4094 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 Poe/Sullivan’s Island: 1921 I’on Ave. 29482 (843)883-3914 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Tue./Sat. 10-2; Thu. 2-8 St. Andrews: 1735 N. Woodmere Dr. 29407 (843)766-2546 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 St. Paul’s/Hollywood: 5151 Town Council Dr. 29449 (843)889-3300 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2 Village: 430 Whilden St. 29464 (843)884-9741 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2 West Ashley: 45 Windermere Blvd. 29407 (843)766-6635 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6